Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed

Chapter 23

"No," Millie said, shaking her head. Then, blushing, she tiptoed closer and said, "I want to spend a little more time with you." Before she could get any closer, Murray took the lead. With one arm, he wrapped her waist and planted a fierce kiss on her.

Whoa! The crowd around them went wild again.

"Dude, get a room!"

"Man, that's some crazy love!"

Roseanne watched the scene unfold, her fingers turning white as she gripped her book tightly. So, hearts did break. Yet her face remained eerily calm, almost numb. She thought, 'You get used to it.'

If quitting smoking had withdrawal symptoms, what was a six-year relationship? Without lingering any longer, Roseanne turned to leave. She had books to get back to.

In the crowd, Murray felt something amiss and glanced around. A familiar silhouette flashed through his vision.

But then, Millie's soft hand slipped into his, their fingers intertwining affectionately.

asked softly, "What are you

gaze back

escorting Millie to her dorm, Murray

"It's still early. Can't you stay a bit longer?" Murray

sharp features even more pronounced. Millie's eyes shimmered with innocence and allure. "Murray, can I go home

would be obvious to any

of

reluctance showed he cherished her, not just

got things to do. I'm off."

get some rest. I'll bring you

in thought

...

pressed her lips together. She headed to the bathroom and doused her face with cold water three times before her mind cleared. The past, once

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